CRNA or Anesthesiologist Assistant, PRN
About The Position
This position involves assisting in the administration of anesthetics to patients. The role requires interviewing patients, educating them and their families about the anesthetic plan, preparing patients by starting access lines and initiating therapies, and preparing necessary equipment and drugs. The CRNA or Anesthesiologist Assistant will assist with the induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of the anesthetic plan, ensuring a smooth transition of care to post-operative staff. Additionally, this role may involve establishing and securing adequate ventilation, including intubation, as part of the resuscitation team. The position also includes performing other assigned duties, complying with all policies and standards, and adhering to requirements for maintaining Protected Health Information (PHI).
Requirements
- Graduate of a school of professional Nursing, registered by the appropriate state-accrediting agency at the time of graduation
- Graduate of a school of Anesthesia approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
- Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License
- Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNA) in the State of Ohio
Responsibilities
- Interview patient and review essential data to verify patient readiness for anesthetic.
- Assist in education of patient and family regarding the anesthetic plan and potential risks of the proposed anesthetic.
- Prepare patient by starting appropriate access lines and initiating appropriate therapies preoperatively.
- Prepare the equipment and drugs needed to perform the planned anesthetic.
- Assist with induction, maintenance, and emergence phases of the anesthetic plan in accordance with the Anesthesia Care Team guidelines.
- Ensure the safe transport of the patient to the appropriate post-operative area and provide for a smooth transition of care to the post-operative nursing staff.
- Perform those functions necessary to establish and secure adequate ventilation, including intubation for patient throughout the institution as a member of the resuscitation team.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- Abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
